Sweeteners
It's only natural for consumers to want the best from their sweeteners. In recent years, product developers have made significant strides in finding sweeteners that are both palatable and healthy. In this section of our site, you will find all relevant news, articles and research on natural sweeteners like stevia, agave, sucralose and lo han guo.
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Breaking News | Natural/Organic | Supplier News | Sweeteners | World Markets
Stevia Production Accelerates Sustainability, According to Life Cycle Assessment
A new study commissioned by Ingredion concludes that stevia consistently outpaces sugar for the production of non-caloric sweetener.09.23.22
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Breaking News | Cancer Risk | Research | Research News | Sweeteners
Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Linked to Risk of Certain Cancer Types
A team of researchers at the American Cancer Society analyzed data from over 900,000 cancer-free study participants.09.15.22
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Functional Foods & Beverages | Sweeteners
Icon Foods Appoints Operations and Marketing Leaders
Ian McGuiness and Angela Squire have joined the ingredient supplier as director of operations and marketing manager respectively.08.19.22
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Breaking News | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Digestive Health | Functional Foods & Beverages | Research | Research News | Sweeteners
Monk Fruit Sweetener May Have Prebiotic Activity, Study Finds
The sweetener, after being treated with enzymes, supported the growth of Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus species.08.09.22
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Consumer Trends | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Functional Foods & Beverages | Healthcare Trends | Sweeteners
New and Evolving Formulation Options Must Be Mindful of Blood Sugar Maintenance
Allulose, stevia, monk fruit, and more help brands reduce sugar while supplements offer consumers additional solutions.By Danielle Rose, Contributing Writer 06.02.22
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Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Flavors & Colors | Sweeteners
Sweetleaf Debuts Salted Caramel Zero Sugar Stevia Syrup
The syrup offers a sugar-free alternative for pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, and more.04.18.22
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Regulations | Sweeteners
Sugar Content Claim Litigation on the Rise
Plaintiffs are monitoring whether a company abides by all relevant FDA regulations, so it’s important to understand requirements and confirm disclaimers.By Todd Harrison, Partner; Kristen Klesh, Counsel; Olisa Onyiuke, Associate; and Melanie English, Associate Venable 04.14.22
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Breaking News | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Functional Foods & Beverages | Nutrition Bars & Snacks | Supplier News | Sweeteners
Cargill Launches EverSweet + ClearFlo Stevia Platform
The platform will combine the company’s leading sweetener with other natural flavors.03.14.22
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Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Supplier News | Sweeteners
‘Next-Generation’ Stevia Debuts from BGG World and HB Natural Ingredients.
Overcoming the bitterness often perceived in other stevia products, Vitosa can be customized for various applications.03.08.22
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Codex Alimentarius Approves New Stevia Extraction Technologies
The move will bring about greater international access to high-intensity sweeteners sourced from the stevia leaf.01.20.22
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2022 International Buyers' Guide
An annual reference of companies supplying nutraceutical ingredients, products, and services around the world.12.03.21
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Breaking News | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Flavors & Colors | Functional Foods & Beverages | Natural/Organic | Supplier News | Sweeteners
Kerry Releases First Organic-Certified Sweet Modulator in U.S. Market
The new ingredient has many applications for beverages with the highly desirable claim of organic.11.23.21
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Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Herbs & Botanicals | Minerals | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Sweeteners | Weight Management/Weight Loss
Weight Management Solutions: Ingredient & Formulation Spotlight
From plant proteins and adaptogens to sugar reduction and blood sugar management, the range of weight wellness formulation options is expanding.By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.09.21
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Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Sweeteners
Focus on Health Compels Brands to Reduce Sugar with Reformulated Foods and Beverages
Cutting the amount of sugar from product formulations has become a priority for many brands as consumers seek healthier solutions.By Joerg Gruenwald, analyze & realize ag 09.09.21
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Cardiovascular Health | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Healthcare Trends | Sweeteners
Sugar Reduction in Packaged Foods, Drinks Could Prevent Disease & Save Billions in Healthcare Costs
Researchers create a model to simulate and quantify the health, economic, and equity impacts of a sugar-reduction policy.Online Exclusives08.30.21
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Breaking News | Research | Research News | Sweeteners | Weight Management/Weight Loss
Metabolite of Fructose Shown to Contribute to Obesity in Mice
Study focused on the effect of a high-fructose diet on villi, structures that line the inside of the small intestine and help absorb nutrients.08.20.21
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Breaking News | Certifications, Approvals & Patents | Functional Foods & Beverages | Natural/Organic | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Sweeteners | Testing | Weight Management/Weight Loss | World Markets
Stevia Extract Receives ‘No Questions’ Letter on GRAS Notice
This confirmation expands upon the FDA's previous No Objection Letters for Nascent's Reb A to now include all steviol glycosides extracted from the leaf.08.13.21
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Certifications, Approvals & Patents | Contract Manufacturing | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Functional Foods & Beverages | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Sports Nutrition | Supplier News | Sweeteners | Weight Management/Weight Loss | World Markets
Sweegen’s Bestevia Rebaudioside M Approved In Europe
The company will commercialize the non-GMO, high-purity sweetener in its manufacturing facility in England.07.15.21
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Better Juice Raises $8 Million in Seed Round Investment
The company’s enzymatic technology can convert 80% of all sugars from juices.06.24.21
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Consumer Trends | Digestive Health | Energy | Functional Foods & Beverages | Herbs & Botanicals | Mood Health & Sleep | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Sports Nutrition | Sweeteners | Weight Management/Weight Loss
Healthy Beverage Market Appeals to Range of Consumer Demands
A marriage of convenience and nutrition propels healthy drinks segment.By Sean Moloughney, Editor 06.02.21
